In the current educational climate there is continual struggle for a bigger share of resources, and school libraries are not alone in being constantly under pressure to raise their profile in order to be able to operate an excellent service that adds value to its community of users. This is not a 'how to run a school library' guide, but a strategic look at some of the issues currently of concern to school librarians. It addresses the practical issues through the use of vignettes submitted by leaders in the field, and appendices offer examples of sample documents. The book is divided into three main areas, including: 'Who is the Librarian?'; Your Community: from perceptions to practice; and, Moving Forward. It covers topics including: the librarian's view; how others see us; bridging the gap; identifying and understanding your community; making a positive response; inspiration; integration; and, innovation. This is an essential, thought-provoking book for all school librarians, practitioners in schools library services, and students of librarianship. It also has plenty to interest public library managers and local government officers.